The U.S. has recorded 83 weather-related deaths amid relentless winter storms, with northern and southeastern regions battling life-threatening cold, CBS News reports.
For two weeks, extreme conditions—including heavy snow, ice storms, and subzero temperatures—have paralyzed the Pacific Northwest, Midwest, South, and Northeast. Freezing rain and winds have turned roads into ice rinks , while power outages and flight cancellations ripple nationwide.
Why it matters: This crisis highlights vulnerabilities in infrastructure and emergency responses as climate patterns grow more unpredictable. One Tennessee resident told CBS, \"It’s like Mother Nature hit fast-forward on winter.\"
Authorities urge caution as forecasts predict lingering freezing temperatures. Stay updated, bundle up, and check on neighbors—this storm isn’t pulling punches.
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U.S. sees over 80 weather-related deaths as fatal snow storms continue
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